We are looking for a new Commissioner to join us at the @scotfisccomm.bsky.social. See @scottishgov.bsky.social Jobs Website. We value diversity of thought, skills and insight. Given the balance of our current team, we welcome applications from people who can enhance our economic analysis.

Timely new insights from @davidwglasgow.bsky.social @graemeroy.bsky.social and co-authors on Andy Burnham's continued focus on devolution💡 They present an optimistic view of the opportunities and challenges it presents for regional development in Scotland. Read: www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/...

As part of @glasgow.ac.uk's Wealth of Nations@250, a team - led by @maharafiatal.bsky.social - have developed a cool way to explore issues of trade, empire, slavery & revolution. The ‘World in 1776’ takes you to the 18th century and aboard a merchant ship sailing out of Glasgow. worldin1776.org.uk

Andy Burnham is expected to substantially expand devolution as part of his forthcoming 10-year plan for Britain. Join us in November as @chrisgiles.ft.com, @graemeroy.bsky.social and @akashpaun.bsky.social examine the legacy and future potential of UK devolution. Tickets available via our website.

What might Burnham mean for Scottish regional development ❓ Read new insights from UofG experts @davidwglasgow.bsky.social, @graemeroy.bsky.social and co-authors from last week for the @acadsocsciences.bsky.social. 🔗 www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/...

New #UofGSpotlight episode on the UK Government's Budget! What does it mean for Scotland, taxes, child poverty, and economic growth? @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social is joined by: @graemeroy.bsky.social, @davidwglasgow.bsky.social and @ruthpatrick0.bsky.social. 🎧 Listen now: uofgspotlight.com

Delighted to welcome our two new Commissioners to the team! Dr Eleanor Ryan and Justine Riccomini bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role. A huge thanks too to Professors David Ulph and Francis Breedon on their retirement after two terms as Commissioners!

Scottish Fiscal Commission@scotfisccomm.bsky.social · 10mo ago

We have two new Commissioners - Dr Eleanor Ryan and Justine Riccomini who start with us today, as Professor David Ulph and Professor Francis Breedon stand down at the end of their terms. fiscalcommission.scot/new-commissi...

This is great news - and fabulous recognition for brilliant colleagues 😀

University of Glasgow Adam Smith Business School@uofgasbs.bsky.social · 11mo ago

Honoured to be shortlisted for two 2026 AMBA and BGA Excellence Awards. Congratulations to Jan Shearer for her partnership work with Barefoot in Business & Dr Nick Quinn @otherdrnick.bsky.social who has been shortlisted for MBA Director of the Year. #GlasgowMBA #BusinessSchoolExcellence #AMBA #BGA

Five @uofgsocsci.bsky.social academics have been welcomed to the @acadsocsciences.bsky.social l Fellowship. Well done to @graemeroy.bsky.social @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social @anjaneundorf.bsky.social Herve Moulin and Sotiria Grek. More: gla.ac/4m75oyr @uofgasbs.bsky.social @uofgsps.bsky.social

New on the blog, @graemeroy.bsky.social writes about the upcoming Scottish Government Spending Review 📝 💬...the potential to be a defining moment in how Scotland prepares to meet the policy and fiscal challenges of the next decade and beyond." Read in full 🔗 www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/...

“There is no simple answer” @graemeroy.bsky.social addresses concerns about the decline in young people’s wellbeing - evidenced by @uofgasbs.bsky.social @johnsmithcentre.com research - and the impact on Scotland’s economy in @heraldscotland.bsky.social www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/2537...

Scotland can't afford this decline in young people's mental health

The traditional “U-shaped” pattern in wellbeing – where people tend to be happier when young and again in older age – has disappeared

heraldscotland.com

Kicking things off at @parliament.scot #FoP2025, for Holyrood 2026: The Big Issues🎙️ A full room and an important conversation ahead with @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social @graemeroy.bsky.social @shannonvallor.bsky.social @haylesben.bsky.social Missed tickets? Look out for the recording coming soon

We're back at @parliament.scot Festival of Politics this year! Join us👇 🗳️ Holyrood 2026: The big issues 📅 Fri 22 Aug, 10:30am @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social, @graemeroy.bsky.social, @shannonvallor.bsky.social, @haylesben.bsky.social Tickets 🎟️ festivalofpolitics.citizenticket.co.uk/events/festi...

Holyrood 2026: the big issues [with BSL] - Buy tickets

With the Scottish Parliament elections in May 2026, join the academics who will set out the demographic, fiscal, technological and social policy challenges that lie ahead for Scotland.

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Great event in London launching “Joining Up Pro-Productivity Policies in the UK” alongside @niesrorg.bsky.social. Insightful panel, packed room, and a big thanks to all contributors! 📄🔗 www.productivity.ac.uk/research/joi... 1/4

This was a joyous day - I was awarded an honorary degree from @uofglasgow.bsky.social - here I am with Prof Graeme Roy - my warmest thanks to him and @uofgvc.bsky.social

We have published our latest economic and fiscal forecasts for Scotland. You can find them here: bit.ly/3Z6W19f A quick thread on some of the headline messages below 🧵 1/6

We’re hosting a public webinar on our forecasts at 13:00 today where our Chair, @graemeroy.bsky.social, will give a presentation before answering your questions. You can register for this online event here: bit.ly/43saYnC 6/6

We’re recruiting two new Commissioners to join us in October, and are keen to expand the diversity of background and expertise in our team. You can find out more and apply here: bit.ly/4dh1SyL Applications close 10 June at 12:00 ⏳

📅 You’re invited to a public webinar on our economic and fiscal forecasts on Thursday 29 May, 13:00 to 14:00. Our Chair, @graemeroy.bsky.social, will lead the session. You can register for this online event here: bit.ly/43saYnC

At the @scotfisccomm.bsky.social we're looking for two new commissioners to join us in October. We're keen to expand the diversity of our team with new skills and experience (not just economists!). If you have an interest in #PublicFinances & #Scotland please do consider applying.

Scottish Fiscal Commission@scotfisccomm.bsky.social · last yr.

We need new Commissioners on our board. Can you explain the risks and pressures facing the Scottish budget simply? Could you be responsible for our independent reports? You can find out more about these roles at: bit.ly/4dh1SyL Applications close 10 June at 12:00 ⏳

Great piece in @heraldscotland.bsky.social by my colleague @graemeroy.bsky.social on zero-sum thinking in trade and how it may alter the prospect for Scotland and the global economy @niesrorg.bsky.social www.heraldscotland.com/politics/hol...

Trade talk marred by simple zero-sum maths

Heightened scepticism towards recognising the benefits of trade reflects a wider trend toward zero-sum thinking within economic policymaking

heraldscotland.com

Opportunity for early career researchers interested in policy at UofG! 📢 Join the CPP ECR Network for a Policy Brief Writing Workshop with Prof Kezia Dugdale on May 15. Analyse real policy briefs and learn ways to maximise impact. Space limited. Sign up here: www.eventbrite.com/e/cpp-early-...

The country needs a Thatcher or a Blair to provide a dose of fiscal reality. 🖊️ Chris Deerin on Scotland’s public spending timebomb

Scotland’s public spending timebomb

The country needs a Thatcher or a Blair to provide a dose of fiscal reality.

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In this week’s #SocSciHub bulletin, Dr Thomas Rochow discusses how welfare cuts could hit young people hardest. Dr Nicholas Harrington focuses on why linking electricity bills to where you live might add complexity without cutting costs. Read more: tinyurl.com/4ftec6k4

📺 Our Chair, @graemeroy.bsky.social, explains the findings of our latest Fiscal Sustainability Report published earlier today. You can find the full report here: fiscalcommission.scot/publications...

📢 Missed this? @uofgasbs.bsky.social Glasgow Experimental Lab (GaEL) is looking for participants to join their subject pool! They run incentivised economic experiments to study human behaviour—and you’ll be compensated for your time. Interested? Sign up here: asbs-hroot.gla.ac.uk

A week today, we’ll publish our second Fiscal Sustainability Report, this time focusing on how health could affect the Scottish Government’s fiscal sustainability. You can register to get our reports sent to your inbox here: scot.us15.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

Pleased to welcome publication of OECD's @oecd-ocde.bsky.social independent review of @scotfisccomm.bsky.social. That SFC "continues to stand out as a strong IFI internationally" reflects great work of our team 👇 fiscalcommission.scot/publications...

The OECD have just published their independent review of the Scottish Fiscal Commission. fiscalcommission.scot/wp-content/u...

My latest Herald article on the risks for Scotland from Donald Trump's tariff strategy 👇 www.heraldscotland.com/politics/hol...

No time to wait for Trump to dictate our economic future

Donald Trump’s return to the White House has upended long-standing norms in global diplomacy and security

heraldscotland.com